Ask "The Fat Man" George Sanger About Music and Computer Games

Posted by samzenpus on Monday February 17, 2014 @04:47AM from the to-soothe-the-savage-gamer dept.

"The Fat Man" George Sanger has composed the music to hundreds of computer and video games since the 80's and remains one of the most influential people in game audio. Some of his most famous tunes can be heard in Maniac Mansion, Wing Commander, and Tux Racer. Team Fat, a band that includes fellow video game music composers, creates music, sound effects, and voice work for games, television, and films. George has agreed to give us a bit of his time and answer any questions you might have. As usual, ask as many as you'd like, but please, one question per post.

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Hey George! by globaljustin · 2014-02-17 04:51 · Score: 3, Interesting

Mr. Sanger, thanks for taking the time. I was a fan of yours and didn't know it until now ha.
My question: Did you find the limitations of 8-bit computing sound to be a fun creative challenge or was it more of a slog of process and reduction to make it work within limitations of the sound system?

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Thank you Dave Raggett
Getting Started by CanHasDIY · 2014-02-17 05:11 · Score: 3, Interesting

How did you get into the video game music business, and what advice would you have for aspiring artists looking to follow in your footsteps?

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An enigma, wrapped in a riddle, shrouded in bacon and cheese